Source: The Tribune

Currently, there are an estimated 1.8 billion Muslims in the world, which is roughly 24 percent of the global citizenry. This makes up a majority of the population in 49 countries.

Supermodel model Gigi Hadid and British-Pakistani singer Zayn Malik are an on-off again duo that sparks people’s curiosity. Although the former One Direction singer, who was brought up in a Muslim family, had previously revealed he “does not ascribe to any religion’s doctrines,” Gigi and her sister Bella Hadid do.

Whether they’ve passively spoken about their faith or are well-known for practicing Islam, here are western celebrities who have confirmed they either grew up Muslim or converted to the religion in recent years.

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